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Day 87 onboard Roxy Azores here we come!

Posted on February 04, 2009 @ 14:55:26 by VG 2009

“Hello everyone! I have just woken up as the wind has dropped a little and Roxy has changed motion slightly. The half moon is brightly lighting up the sky and I can see a squall cloud ahead that marks the return of the wind, probably with the strengthening that is forecast. I am ready to cha... more

Day 86 onboard Roxy in the Vendée Globe – Sam Davies’ daily log

Posted on February 04, 2009 @ 14:46:29 by VG 2009

Scary fish that go bump in the night “Hello everyone! The trade winds train continues northwards with Roxy, and it is starting to cool down a bit. I have got out my fleecy blanket to curl up in when I sleep – soon the sea water showers are going to be invigorating! This morni... more

Day 85 onboard Roxy

Posted on February 02, 2009 @ 21:36:33 by VG 2009

Disaster as Roxy’s tea-making capacity is compromised “Well, whilst Mich is busy celebrating his well-deserved victory (don't drink all the champagne - leave us some please!), the race continues for the rest of us out here! For me and Roxy, it has been another wet and bumpy day of trade wind ... more

Day 83 onboard Roxy in the Vendée Globe – Sam Davies’ daily log

Posted on February 01, 2009 @ 12:22:32 by VG 2009

“Hello everyone, Roxy has already made it past 10°N, the conditions remain the same - bumpy and wet, but good wind and OK speed. I have had to alter course to avoid ships today - the last one being just an hour ago. This is a risky business, as it involves being on deck to adjus... more